Going Pro Podcast Lauren Withrow and Abby Jones

Being in front of the camera isn’t as easy as it might seem, and while sports broadcasting might look like a glamorous career, it comes with many challenges. We sat down with FOX Sports Detroit’s Johnny Kane to ask all the questions aspiring broadcasters might be wondering. He breaks down how to find your voice, the importance of building relationships in the industry, and provides tips for getting your next gig.

You might know him as a Guard for the Detroit Pistons, but what you might not know is that Langston Galloway is also the Pistons’ NBPA Player Rep, as well as the founder of the Langston Galloway Foundation and LG Kicks. In this episode, Langston Galloway breaks down how he grew his passion for philanthropy into something bigger, how becoming a dad helped mold him into the role model that he is today, and how pro athletes and teams are using their platforms to inspire social change. This is the conversation we all need to hear right now.

He was a former University of Michigan Basketball standout, the 12th pick in the '84 NBA draft, and 10-year NBA veteran. Now, Tim McCormick is the Director of Player Programs for the NBPA and also serves as an analyst for the NBA and college hoops. Tim gives us an inside look at the NBA bubble and the recipe for its success, and discusses how it could be a model for college sports. He also provides advice for young broadcasters and current NBA draft prospects looking to launch their careers amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. 

Former NCAA gymnast, Emma McLean, opens up about her experiences with USA gymnastics and the corrupt culture of the sport. After falling victim to Larry Nassar’s sexual assault for over 6 years, Emma shares how she found the strength to stand up in court, rally with her teammates, eventually heal herself, and use her platform to advocate for other victims. She also shares her take on the Netflix documentary, "Athlete A", and proposes ways for the sport to move forward with athletes’ safety in mind. 

*DISCLAIMER: this episode includes topics such as sexual harassment, sexual assault, and gender inequality*

The Aggies had never seen a 12th man score a touchdown, let alone get drafted. Cullen Gillaspia didn’t fit the bill of the typical 12th man, but Gillaspia has set a new standard. From walking on to the Texas A&M football team, to wearing the honorable #12 and earning a football scholarship, to being drafted by his hometown team, Gillaspia is no stranger to hard work. The Houston Texans' fullback opens up about his football journey, including how he resisted quitting and stayed true to himself, and shares advice for young players with NFL dreams.

Sports broadcasting might seem like a family business for the Caray family, but that doesn't mean it's always been easy. Braves play-by-play broadcaster, Chip Caray, opens up about creating his own broadcasting style and claiming a name for himself in the sports world. He shares stories of his inaugural year as the Cubs' broadcaster in 1998, when Mark McGwire and Sammy Sosa raced to beat Roger Maris's long-standing home run record and brought MLB fans back to the game.